To say that Elzhi’s “ELmatic” has been a labor of love would be an understatement. The idea was first broached years ago by DJ House Shoes and discussed and bandied about incessantly since. Though the concept was unrealized for what seemed like ages; years went by, life got in the way, recording and touring with [cont.]

From the festival city known as Edmonton Alberta, Canada emerges “Rox” a self-motivated, goal oriented, career driven rap artist with an undying dream to make it to the top of the music charts. With music influences such as Ice Cube, Jay Z, Timbaland and 50 Cent “Rox” delivers a rap style described as a unique [cont.]

Inside look at Pete Rock & Smif N Wessun finalizing their album, Monumental, in stores June 28th. Stay tuned to see Pete Rock take fans through an in-depth session on how he mixed the title track off the project.

The NY based ReadNex Poetry Squad (Jarabe del Sol, Latin Translator, Decora, Freeflowin & DJ H20) drop a new video for “A Tree Grows In A Place Called Home” taken from their third LP “Day Before Sound.” Directed by Mark Carranceja of Nosiemaker Media. Brooklyn stand up!

DJ Deadeye’s debut, Substance Abuse, will be released on 3-22-2011 in conjunction with Brick/ST. Records. [Audio clip: view full post to listen] LISTEN: DJ Deadeye – “Livin Lost” (feat. Slaine, Esoteric, KrumbSnatcha and Easy Money) DJ Deadeye – “Livin Lost” (feat. Slaine, Esoteric, Krumb Snatcha and Easy Money)

DJ Deadeye’s debut, “Substance Abuse,” will be released on 3-22-2011 in conjunction with Brick/ST. Records and you can catch him at SxSW and on tour worldwide all throughout 2011 with Brick label mates 1982 (Statik Selektah & Termanology) and REKS. Here is a new track DJ Premier premiered on his radio show this past weekend [cont.]

REKS now sets out to take the next step in his progression with what promises to be an instant classic, with his third LP, R.E.K.S (Rhythmatic Eternal King Supreme), which is scheduled to be released on March 8th, 2011 on Showoff/Brick Records. The LP lists such notable legends as DJ Premier, Pete Rock, Hi Tek, [cont.]

One of the staple forces behind Termanology’s ST. Da Squad, DJ Deadeye has been waiting patiently for his turn in the spotlight. Many already know the Puerto Rican-born, Massachusetts-raised Deadeye (born Dustin Hernandez) as Termanolgy’s DJ, but he’s spent the last six-years quietly building an impressive resume that goes far beyond just his inner circle. [cont.]

The LP lists such notable legends as DJ Premier, Pete Rock, Hi Tek, Alchemist, Nottz, Sha Money XL, Sean C & LV, Fizzy Womack and the ever present Statik Selektah contributing production; and newcomers Blaze P and Mike Frey join in for this classic as well. Throw in highlight tracks with Styles P, Freeway, Termanology, [cont.]

DC The Midi Alien f/East Coast Avengers (Esoteric/Trademarc), Reef The Lost Cauze & DJ Slipwax “The Right To Remain Violent” taken from East Coast Avengers Present: DC The MIDI Alien Avengers Airwaves which will be available on 2-15-2011 (Brick Records). [Audio clip: view full post to listen] LISTEN: DC The Midi-Alien – “The Right To [cont.]

Malcolm & Martin’s debut, Life Doesn’t Frighten Me,is in stores now on Soulspazm Records. “Ka$h” is a non-LP bonus track. [Audio clip: view full post to listen] LISTEN: DJ Revolution Presents Malcolm & Martin – “Ka$h” DJ Revolution Presents Malcolm & Martin – “Ka$h”

Remix of “Crooked Cop” from Copywrite’s sophomore LP Life and Times of Peter Nelson which is now available from Man Bites Dog Records and for sale in all fine retail chains and digital outlets. [Audio clip: view full post to listen] LISTEN: Copywrite – “Crooked Cop (Remix)” (feat. Crooked I) Copywrite – “Crooked Cop (Remix)” [cont.]

Buckshot discusses the basics of being a CEO with Rob Stone, the co-founder & CEO of Cornerstone Promotions & Fader Magazine. Buckshot’s book, The Common Knowledgy of the Entertainment Industry, is out now. The e-book version is also available at iTunes & Amazon Kindle.

Malcolm & Martin’s debut, “Life Doesn’t Frighten Me,” will be released on 2-1-2011 on Soulspazm Records.

Before the Grey Hairs, REKS was just a teenager who fell in love with the Hip-Hop movement. Little did he know, one day he would experience working with and alongside some of those legendary hip-hop icons. Born Corey Isiah Christie in Lawrence, Massachusetts, August 24th, 1977, REKS practically grew up with Hip-Hop. He first embraced [cont.]

Man Bites Dog Records is proud to present the “Confessional” video off the album The Life and Times of Peter Nelson which is available on ITunes and in stores everywhere. This video was directed by Casey Regan. Song produced by Rob Stern.

“Hit Em” by Double A.B. ft. Vast Aire and Swave Sevah is directed by Steven Tapia and produced by Dub Sonata and filmed on location at the Combined Martial Arts Academy, in Queens, NY. “Hit Em” is featured on Double A.B.’s “Blazed & Amused: Hosted by Scram Jones” and Dub Sonata’s “On The Arm”, which [cont.]

Music from Talib Kweli’s Gutter Rainbows album out January 25th (digital-only in North America & all formats in the rest of the world). “How You Love Me” is produced by Blaq Toven.

Copywrite’s The Life and Times Of Peter Nelson is available at all retail and digital outlets. New Copywrite video “Don’t Kill Me” directed by RML.

Natalie Portman’s performance in Black Swan is making every critic’s Oscar predictions list, but if you’re wondering what the average Joe thinks of Darren Aronofsky’s thriller — well, ask your friends. If you’re wondering what Boot Camp Clik rapper Sean Price thinks of America’s favorite ballet movie, you’ve come to the right place. NextMovie sat [cont.]